JAGUAR SPOTS
Esther Jackson Elementary - February 4, 2021
Valentine's Day
Please do not bring any food to share (store bought or homemade).
All Parents and Families Save the Date for Parent University in March
Math, Literacy & Technology Parent University: 3 MORE Reading Strategies that Support Problem Solving Skills in Math
Thursday, March 4th at 4pm
School Governance Council (SGC) Elections
It is time for the election of new members to our School Governance Council. The School Governance Council has both parent/guardian and teacher positions open for election. Parents or guardians of students who will be attending our school during both the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 school years are eligible to run for the parent/guardian SGC positions. Our School Governance Council (SGC) plays a critical role in the success of our school. The SGC works with school leadership and the community to help determine the long-term direction of the school, design innovative solutions to increase academic achievement, and serve as school ambassadors to the local community.
Specifically, the School Governance Council has the following powers:
- Create, approve, and monitor the implementation of the school strategic plan
- Manage the Request for Flexibility process
- Approve the annual budget recommendations and related allocations
- Participate in the hiring of the principal, in the case of a vacancy
- Provide annual feedback to the Area Superintendent on principal performance
If you are interested in running for a position on the School Governance Council, please complete and submit a Parent/Guardian Candidate Declaration Form. Click here to access the form. We are very excited about the work and value-add of our SGC. We hope that you will consider running for a position! The Candidate Declaration period ends February 26th and voting in the SGC occurs from March 17th - 24th. In the meantime, if you would like more information about the charter system or SGC elections visit the Charter System Website.
School Tours
Would you like to volunteer for Virtual Career Day?
Please contact Ms. Seoane (seoanem@fultonschools.org) if you would like to volunteer for our Virtual Career Day. Volunteers will be recording a video to share their career with students.
Remote and Face to Face Learning Contract
Click here to access the 2020-2021 Semester 2 Learning Contract.
Parent (Student) COVID-19 Reporting Portal
Submit a COVID-19 Report to the Fulton County Board of Health ONLY if your student:
- Has tested positive for COVID-19;
- Has a pending COVID-19 test result; or
- Has been in direct contact (within 6 feet for 15 minutes or more) with someone diagnosed with COVID-19
Click here to access the COVID-19 online report.
EJ is Collecting Pop Tabs for Ronald McDonald House!
Bring your pop tabs to the library.
Learning Environment Hardship
For second semester, parents have made a 9-week commitment for the learning environment (face-to-face or remote learning) that works best for their family. However, unforeseen circumstances may warrant a change in the learning environment. If you experience a hardship or special circumstances and would like to change your student(s) learning environment at any time during the next nine weeks, you will need to email Ms. Boyd (boydn@fultonschools.org) and Ms. Poole (poole@fultonschools.org). You will be sent a Learning Environment Hardship form to complete that will need to be approved by both the principal and zone superintendent. Please remember that this process is for unforeseen circumstances and is not meant to be a regular practice.
Yearbook Time!
It is now possible to order a yearbook online. Click here and put in code 13763121.
Deadline is March 15, 2021.
Soft cover books are $15 and (new this year) hard cover is $20.
Cash ordering will be available at a later date.
Learning Packet Information
Book Baggie Information for Remote Learners
Centennial Junior Knights Lacrosse Registration for Spring 2021 is now OPEN!
Lacrosse is the fastest-growing sport in the U.S. It's a SUPER-FUN game that's based on non-stop action and teamwork. The Centennial Junior Knights have teams for both boys and girls in elementary school and middle school. All experience levels welcome from beginner to select.
For the Spring 2021 season, we will offer the following:
BOYS' PROGRAMS
U9 (grades 2-3)
U11 (grades 4-5)
Middle School (grades 6-8)
GIRLS' PROGRAMS
U11 (grades 4-5)
U13 (grades 6-7)
U15 (grade 8)
For more information or to register, click here.
The Junior Knights season will follow the Newtown Recreation COVID-19 Policy.
Click here to view the policy.
Fulton County Schools and Rethink Ed Have Partnered!
Fulton County Schools and Rethink Ed have partnered to provide you access to our online Social and Emotional (SEL) program. Our SEL program provides videos and activities for both adults and children to support your social and emotional wellbeing. You will have access to strategies and tools that will help you and your child recognize and manage emotions, build stronger relationships, and develop skills to lead happier and healthier lives.
What Will I Have Access To?
Your parent login will allow you to access the following features:
- Access on-demand videos presented by experts in the field developed to support your own emotional well-being.
- Strategies and printable resources to help your child develop skills and set positive goals and make responsible decisions.
- Your child will have access to engaging video and activities that provide opportunities to develop decision-making skills, identify and manage their emotions, feel and show empathy toward others, and communicate well with others.
How Do I Navigate the Program?
Should you have trouble navigating through the program, we have resources to support you.
- Navigating your new Rethink Ed Account-SEL Video WATCH ME!
- Navigating your new Rethink Ed Account-SEL “How To” Guide READ ME!
- For more resources to support parents and caregivers, check out our caregivers’ support page. CLICK ME!
How Do I Register for My Account?
To register for your account:
- CLICK HERE FOR FULTON COUNTY SCHOOLS/RETHINK ED PARENT ACCOUNT REGISTRATION!
- Complete the form and click REGISTER. (Note: Be patient. This process may take a few minutes.)
- Write down your username and password.
- Enjoy the program!
If you would like additional help or support with your Rethink Ed account, please email support@rethinked.com
Yours sincerely,
Fulton County Schools and Rethink Ed Teams
Esther Jackson Community Foundation Volunteer Survey
Please sign the Student Code of Conduct and Discipline!
UNIVERSAL REMOTE LEARNING RESOURCES
What is Title I?
Title I is a federally funded program designed to ensure that all children have a fair, equal, and significant opportunity to obtain a high-quality education and reach, at a minimum, proficiency on challenging state academic standards and state academic assessments.
The Title I program focuses on the academic needs of the most disadvantaged students.
PARENTS ARE A VALUABLE RESOURCE IN THE EDUCATION OF THEIR STUDENTS
As a parent, you are your child's first and most important teacher. When parents and families are involved in their children's schools, the children do better and have better feelings about going to school. In fact, many studies show that what the family does is more important to a child's school success than how much money the family makes or how much education the parents have. There are many ways that parents can support their children's learning at home and throughout the school year. Here are some ideas to get you started!
Twenty Ways You Can Help Your Child
SCHOOL REFUSAL: WHAT IT MEANS WHEN KIDS WON’T DO SCHOOLWORK.
When kids get stressed or are struggling, it is common for them to say they are not going to do their schoolwork. They may even say they are not going to school. But saying things like that is different from shutting down and not doing work or going to school. Note, this article is bilingual, but you must select ES on the upper right side of the screen.
What it means when kids won't do schoolwork
THE NATIONAL PTA WEBSITE
The Parents’ Guides to Student Success were developed by teachers, parents, and education experts in response to the Common Core State Standards that more than 45 states have adopted. Guides for grades K-8 Schools are available in both English and Spanish. These grade level guides will let you know what your student is expected to know.
TITLE I PARENT INPUT SURVEY
Your feedback is very important to us and will take the survey though out the year. Please tell us how we are doing click here to complete the Title 1 Parent Input Survey. Thanks, you in advance for your participation!
Box Tops for Education
Help earn money for Esther Jackson!
1. Download BoxTops app from Apple App Store or Google Play.
2. Find and sign up under Esther S Jackson Elementary School.
3. Use the app to scan your receipt with 14 days of purchase to see if you have made any eligible purchases.
4. Pat yourself on the back for helping out your wonderful school!
Money Raised to Date: $62.80
Goal: $500
Upcoming Events
FEBRUARY
4 - Reading Bowl Meeting via Teams, 2:45pm - 3:30pm
5 - Parent Input Meeting, 8:00am
9 - FCS Board Meeting, 4:30pm - 8:30pm
11 - EJ Acknowledge Valentine's Day
12 - Professional Development Day - No School for Students
15 - President's Day - No School for Students
16-19 - STEM Week
17 - College Day, celebrate your favorite school!
Fulton County Schools Printable Calendars
About Us
Website: https://www.fultonschools.org/estherjacksones
Location: 1400 Martin Road, Roswell, GA, USA
Phone: 470-254-5290
Twitter: @ejjaguars